How To Fix MPE_PLAN_MEC005 - No BOMs exist for the keys passed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_MEC - Message Class for Manufacturing Engineering Cockpit

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No BOMs exist for the keys passed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_MEC005 - No BOMs exist for the keys passed ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_MEC005 indicates that there are no Bill of Materials (BOMs) available for the keys that have been passed in the transaction or process you are executing. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning or material requirements planning (MRP) when the system is trying to access BOM data for a specific material or product.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that a BOM has not been created for the material in question.
  Incorrect Material or Plant: The material number or plant specified may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  BOM Status: The BOM may exist but could be inactive or not valid for the specified plant or usage.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing links between materials and their BOMs.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the BOM for the specified material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create or Update BOM:
  
  Check if a BOM exists for the material using transaction CS03 (Display BOM). If it does not exist, create a new BOM using transaction CS01 (Create BOM).
  Ensure that the BOM is valid for the correct plant and usage.
  
  
  
  Verify Material and Plant:
  
  Double-check the material number and plant code you are using. Ensure they are correct and that the material is active in the system.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  If a BOM exists, verify its status. It should be active and valid for the required period and plant.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data is correctly maintained. This includes checking the material master and ensuring that it is linked to the appropriate BOM.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access BOM data. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error and related processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  CS12: Display BOM for a plant
  
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, etc.) and ensure you are working with the correct type for your process.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOMs and this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.